Industrial Maintenance Technician

Manthei Wood Products is seeking a skilled and dependable Industrial Maintenance Technician to support our growing manufacturing operation. With building expansions, new machinery, and continued investment in our facilities, this role plays an important part in installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment and facility systems. Responsibilities are shared across the maintenance team based on individual skills and experience. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, safety-focused, adaptable, and able to identify and solve problems efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Manthei Wood Products offers a full benefits package including free health care via an employer sponsored Direct Primary Care provider, health insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, paid holidays, profit sharing, access to an onsite Success Coach, and more!

This is a full-time position working an 8-hour shift with flexible start and end times depending on assignment. Overtime opportunities may be available.

What You’ll Do

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production machinery and facility equipment
• Fabricate machines, components, brackets, supports, and structures to improve production processes
• Perform emergency and unscheduled equipment repairs during production
• Complete scheduled maintenance and repairs during equipment downtime
• Perform basic machining duties using mills, lathes, grinders, and other equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, drawings, and other technical information
• Work with outside vendors to maintain and repair production equipment while considering cost and long-term value
• Diagnose equipment problems, repair or replace parts, test equipment, and make necessary adjustments
• Perform preventive maintenance on machinery, equipment, and plant facilities
• Safely operate hand and power tools, welders, mills, lathes, electrical meters, forklifts, material handling equipment, and other maintenance tools
• Assist with facility and property maintenance including grounds maintenance, drain clearing, roof repairs, de-icing, and other projects as needed
• Identify potential equipment or facility concerns before they become larger issues
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas
• Attendance is a necessary job function
• Follow all company safety procedures and applicable local, state, and federal regulations
• Perform other maintenance and production-related duties as needed

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to identify and address potential problems before they become larger issues
• At least 2 years of fabrication experience preferred
• Forklift, lift truck, overhead crane, and/or heavy equipment experience preferred
• Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, controls logic, and industrial programming preferred
• Basic computer skills including internet search tools, Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets, and Gmail
• Comfortable using common hand and power tools, machining equipment, and maintenance tools
• Ability to move between different tasks and prioritize work effectively
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively based on the needs of the project
• Ability to work efficiently and with a sense of urgency when responding to production needs
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull 50+ pounds

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing and production environment
• Regular work around industrial machinery, tools, electrical systems, and production equipment
• Combination of scheduled preventive maintenance and responding to unexpected equipment needs
• Exposure to noise, wood dust, varying temperatures, and typical manufacturing conditions
• Physical activity including standing, walking, bending, climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling
• Occasional facility, property, and outdoor maintenance work

Why Join Us:

• Play an important role in supporting the growth and expansion of our manufacturing operations
• Work with a variety of machinery, equipment, systems, and technical projects
• Opportunity to expand your skills through additional training, licenses, and certifications
• Variety of responsibilities across equipment maintenance, fabrication, troubleshooting, and facility projects
• Opportunity for continued professional growth as our operation expands

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Manthei Wood Products is an equal opportunity employer; everyone is encouraged to apply. Manthei Wood Products is a Drug-Free Workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.